Before the white European missionaries came to the New World, the vast majority of native American tribes valued all sexual orientations as a gift from The Creator. Two Spirit People - those who possessed the spirit of both woman and man - were often highly revered by their tribes. There certainly was no homophobia, at least not until the white explorers imported it.

Come hear anthropologist Kerry Hawk Lessard of the Chase-Brexton Clinic and a member of the United Remnant Band of Shawnee tell us about the past and present American Indian attitudes about sexuality. She will be joined by Jeannette Johnson, PhD of the Huron Tribe.

This is the first time we have presented a program dealing with the American Indian and homosexuality. There are parallels between the gay liberation movement and the American Indian movement to regain and restore pride in traditional values. We can all learn so much from this presentation. Please join us.

Our chapter's annual scholarship will be presented.

Come hear We possibly might also discuss how best to choose a college or university that is LGBT supportive. More information will be coming.

That's right! Back by popular demand, the fourth season of "Gay Jeopardy" has been booked for July's meeting

Mr. Gay Jeopardy himself, Steve Charing will be back with even more challenging, fun and educational answers. Come and challenge yourself to figure out the questions. Who will be the 2008 Gay Jeopardy Champion? It could be you!

We're bringing back an old summer favorite - a meeting format we used to call "Everything You Wanted to Know But Were Afraid to Ask".

We thought it would be fun to gather together in our huge circle, write down questions (paper and pencils provided), pass them to our moderator and have a great time discussing anything and everything - all the isues in our GLBT community. This will be a fun-filled, laid-back meeting. Join us.

Our Film - Under Pressure - Click on the DVD Cover, print the form and order!

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Your PFLAG chapter is an all-volunteer organization. Everything we do is funded by membership fees and donations. We advertise our presence in Howard County high school newspapers We support a GLBT youth group with adult facilitators We publish and mail a bi-monthly newsletter We produce monthly meetings on a wide range of important topics We staff tables at village fairs, expos, community events We supply printed material to inform and enlighten the public We host an annual family picnic Won't you please consider becoming a member or making a donation, or both? Find out how here.

About Us

PFLAG meetings are free and we welcome everyone. We provide a safe and confidential space for everyone. Teens and young people are invited to participate in our Rainbow Youth Alliance, and new parents are welcomed to meet separately w/another parent for a confidential discussion. We also have an active Parent Forum that meets regularly on another evening. We have a great group of lesbian and gay members, as well as kids who have gay parents. We don't just celebrate diversity in our chapter...we are diversity! Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month beginning at 7:30 PM at the Owen Brown Interfaith Center, 7246 Cradlerock Way, Columbia, MD. Most meetings include a speaker and general discussion. There is also time allotted for people to share what is happening in their lives. See what our meetings are like. For additional information please contact Colette Roberts 410-290-8292 or email: Robertscp@aol.com. PFLAG Mission Statement To promote the health and well-being of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered persons, their families and friends through: SUPPORT - to cope with an adverse society EDUCATION - to enlighten an ill-informed public ADVOCACY - to end discrimination and to secure equal civil rights Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays provides opportunity for dialogue about sexual orientation and gender identity, and acts to create a society that is healthy and respectful of human diversity. Our Chapter Mission Statement The mission of PFLAG Columbia/Howard County is to support parents of gay children. We also welcome all people, gay, straight, bisexual or transgendered, as well as their families and friends. Together, we support each other, educate the broader community, and advocate for equality.

Contacts

EMAIL: RobertsCP@aol.com MAILING ADDRESS: PFLAG/Columbia 7303 Swan Point Way Columbia, MD 21045 PHONE: (410) 290-8292